Account Lead Oil/Gas

• Competitive compensation and a strong overall benefits package
• High visibility role with direct influence on client success, portfolio performance, and future growth
• Opportunity to work closely with cross functional leadership on strategic energy related initiatives
• Blend of client leadership, project oversight, and commercial responsibility
• Stable, team-oriented environment with room to mentor others and expand leadership scope

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts and oversee the successful execution of complex projects and initiatives.
• Guide account strategy, commercial performance, and client retention across a multi project portfolio
• Oversee concurrent client engagements to promote consistency, responsiveness, and positive business outcomes.
• Monitor scope, schedule, cost, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction metrics across assigned work
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to pursue new opportunities and contribute to client development initiatives.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and strong relationship management.
• Support project teams in developing clear plans, defining objectives, and establishing achievable project parameters.
• Escalate major risks, resource concerns, or delivery issues to senior leadership when needed
• Promote disciplined change management and strong commercial protection throughout the project lifecycle
• Encourage continuous improvement, lessons learned, and standardized reporting practices
• Support the growth and development of team members through coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain a hands-on presence in project execution, including direct billable contribution where appropriate

• Degree in engineering, technology, or a similar discipline, or a combination of education and relevant industry experience.
• Seven or more years of relevant professional experience in a technical, operational, or project-focused environment.
• Five or more years leading projects, programs, or client accounts in a technical services setting
• Background in oil and gas, industrial, energy, or closely related project environments
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement and service excellence.
• Experience tracking business performance, managing operational metrics, and supporting strategic planning efforts.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience guiding teams, driving collaboration, and supporting successful project outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to assess situations, identify solutions, and drive successful outcomes in dynamic environments.
• Professional Engineer license is valued but not required

• Willingness to travel to office locations and client sites as needed, potentially up to 50 percent
• Comfort working in office, field, and client facing environments
• Ability to safely visit project and industrial sites when required

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